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This course is part of the Microsoft AI & ML Engineering Professional Certificate
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.
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  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
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There are 5 modules in this course

This course provides hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure's AI and ML services. You will learn to set up, manage, and troubleshoot Azure-based AI & ML workflows. The course covers the entire ML lifecycle in Azure, from data preparation to model deployment and monitoring.

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Configure and manage Azure resources for AI & ML projects. 2. Implement end-to-end ML pipelines using Azure services. 3. Deploy and monitor ML models in Azure production environments. 4. Troubleshoot common issues in Azure AI & ML workflows. To be successful in this course, you should have intermediate programming knowledge of Python, plus experience with AI & ML infrastructure, core AI & ML algorithms and techniques, and the design and implementation of intelligent troubleshooting agents. Familiarity with statistics is also recommended.

This module provides a comprehensive guide to setting up and managing Azure resources specifically tailored for AI and ML projects. As organizations increasingly leverage Azure's cloud infrastructure to build and deploy AI/ML solutions, understanding how to configure and manage these resources efficiently becomes critical. This module equips you with the skills to configure Azure resources, set up Azure Machine Learning workspaces, implement data storage solutions, and establish secure access controls. The module includes a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, featuring hands-on labs and real-world scenarios to reinforce learning objectives. You'll have the opportunity to apply your skills in a controlled environment, ensuring you gain practical experience in configuring and managing Azure resources for AI/ML projects.

What's included

9 videos13 readings7 assignments

9 videosTotal 53 minutes
  • Introduction to the AI/ML engineering advanced professional certificate program4 minutes
  • Introduction to Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning4 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Creating your code repository Part 1 (Optional)5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Creating your code repository Part 2 (Optional)8 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Configuring resources (Optional)8 minutes
  • Setting up Azure Machine Learning workspaces4 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Implementing the best practices for workspace setup (Optional)11 minutes
  • Introduction to data storage solutions4 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Implementing data storage solutions (Optional)6 minutes
13 readingsTotal 239 minutes
  • Welcome to the Coursera Community2 minutes
  • Microsoft updates2 minutes
  • Practice activity: Setting up your environment in Microsoft Azure30 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Setting up your environment in Microsoft Azure (Optional)0 minutes
  • Practice activity: Creating your code repository60 minutes
  • Course syllabus: Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning10 minutes
  • Step-by-step guide to configuring resources for AI/ML projects5 minutes
  • Practice activity: Configuring resources30 minutes
  • Explanation of workspace setup10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Implementing the best practices for workspace setup45 minutes
  • Explanation of storage solutions10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Implementing data storage solutions30 minutes
  • Summary: Setting up an AI/ML Azure environment5 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 38 minutes
  • Graded quiz: Setting up an AI/ML Azure environment20 minutes
  • Reflection: Setting up your environment in Microsoft Azure3 minutes
  • Reflection: Creating your code repository3 minutes
  • Reflection: Configuring resources3 minutes
  • Reflection: Implementing the best practices for workspace setup3 minutes
  • Reflection: Implementing data storage solutions3 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Implementing data storage solutions3 minutes

This module delves into the intricacies of building and managing comprehensive data workflows and ML processes on Azure. The module covers the end-to-end process of ingesting data, preprocessing it, training ML models, and overseeing the training life cycle. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Azure services that streamline and enhance data and ML operations, ensuring effective management and monitoring of ML projects. You will engage in hands-on exercises to apply your knowledge in building and managing data ingestion pipelines, preprocessing data, training ML models, and monitoring ML processes. Through interactive sessions and guided practices, you'll develop the skills necessary to effectively manage end-to-end data and ML workflows in Azure.

What's included

8 videos7 readings6 assignments

8 videosTotal 47 minutes
  • Data preparation and model training in Azure4 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Creating an ingestion pipeline (Optional)6 minutes
  • Data preprocessing5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Implementing preprocessing techniques (Optional)7 minutes
  • Model training6 minutes
  • How to train models using Azure Machine Learning8 minutes
  • Monitoring and logging training processes5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Implementing logging in ML systems (Optional)6 minutes
7 readingsTotal 135 minutes
  • Guide to creating ingestion pipelines5 minutes
  • Practice activity: Creating an ingestion pipeline30 minutes
  • Explanation of preprocessing techniques10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Implementing preprocessing techniques45 minutes
  • Explanation of monitoring and logging10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Logging30 minutes
  • Summary: Data preparation and model training in Azure5 minutes
6 assignmentsTotal 35 minutes
  • Graded quiz: Data preparation and model training in Azure20 minutes
  • Reflection: Creating an ingestion pipeline3 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Creating an ingestion pipeline3 minutes
  • Reflection: Implementing preprocessing techniques3 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Model training3 minutes
  • Reflection: Logging3 minutes

This module focuses on the critical aspects of deploying, managing, and monitoring ML models within Azure production environments. This module provides a detailed exploration of best practices for model deployment, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), version control, and performance monitoring. You will learn to streamline the model life cycle from deployment to ongoing management, ensuring robust and reliable ML operations. Through interactive learning and guided practice, you will acquire the skills needed to effectively manage the life cycle of ML models in Azure production environments.

What's included

7 videos10 readings7 assignments

7 videosTotal 53 minutes
  • Model deployment5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Deploying trained models (Optional)9 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Using AKS (Optional)9 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Authenticating to Azure Machine Learning (Optional)10 minutes
  • Implementing CI/CD pipelines6 minutes
  • Continuing deployment best practices5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Monitoring deployed models (Optional)8 minutes
10 readingsTotal 78 minutes
  • Model deployment industry standards10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Deploying trained models (Optional)0 minutes
  • Practice activity: Using AKS (Optional)0 minutes
  • Practice activity: Authenticating to Azure Machine Learning3 minutes
  • Explanation of CI/CD pipelines10 minutes
  • How to implement CI/CD pipelines 0 minutes
  • Introduction and explanation of model management10 minutes
  • Explanation of monitoring techniques10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Monitoring deployed models30 minutes
  • Summary: Model deployment and management in Azure5 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 46 minutes
  • Graded quiz: Model deployment and management in Azure20 minutes
  • Reflection: Deploying trained models (Optional)1 minute
  • Reflection: Using AKS (Optional)1 minute
  • Reflection: Authenticating to Azure Machine Learning3 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Implementing CI/CD pipelines15 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Monitoring deployed models3 minutes
  • Reflection: Monitoring deployed models3 minutes

This module focuses on the essential skills needed to troubleshoot, diagnose, and optimize AI and ML pipelines in Azure. The module covers the identification and resolution of common issues in Azure AI/ML workflows, systematic troubleshooting methods, effective use of diagnostic tools, and the implementation of automated alerts and remediation strategies. You will learn how to maintain the smooth operation and performance of AI/ML pipelines, ensuring reliable and efficient deployments. Through interactive sessions and guided practices, you'll develop the skills necessary to effectively troubleshoot and optimize your Azure AI/ML environments.

What's included

10 videos9 readings7 assignments

10 videosTotal 66 minutes
  • Common issues and troubleshooting guide6 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Designing an intelligent troubleshooting agent (Optional)10 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Troubleshooting a sample pipeline (Optional)10 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Using diagnostic and monitoring tools (Optional)7 minutes
  • Implementing automated alerts and remediation5 minutes
  • Walkthrough: Implementing automated alerts and remediation (Optional)7 minutes
  • Using additional Azure automation tools, Part 16 minutes
  • Using additional Azure automation tools, Part 24 minutes
  • Summary: Troubleshooting Azure AI/ML workflows8 minutes
  • Hear from an expert: Real-world applications of high-stakes use cases4 minutes
9 readingsTotal 215 minutes
  • Explanation of common issues in model deployment10 minutes
  • Guide to troubleshooting approaches in model deployment5 minutes
  • Practice activity: Designing an intelligent troubleshooting agent85 minutes
  • Practice activity: Troubleshooting a sample pipeline30 minutes
  • Explanation of diagnostic tools in machine learning pipelines10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Using diagnostic and monitoring tools30 minutes
  • Explanation of automation tools in machine learning pipelines10 minutes
  • Practice activity: Implementing automated alerts and remediation30 minutes
  • Examples and best practices for troubleshooting workflows in Azure AI/ML5 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 48 minutes
  • Graded quiz: Troubleshooting Azure AI/ML workflows30 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Troubleshooting techniques3 minutes
  • Reflection: Designing an intelligent troubleshooting agent3 minutes
  • Reflection: Troubleshooting a sample pipeline3 minutes
  • Reflection: Using diagnostic and monitoring tools3 minutes
  • Knowledge check: Diagnostic and monitoring tools3 minutes
  • Reflection: Implementing automated alerts and remediation3 minutes

This module provides a deep dive into practical strategies for addressing Azure issues, securing environments, and preparing for future software integrations. The module focuses on examining real-world use cases, understanding the ramifications of unsecured environments, and leveraging Azure documentation for continued learning. You will engage in ideation and discussion to anticipate potential issues and develop solutions for future integrations. Through collaborative learning and practical application, you'll develop a comprehensive approach to managing and securing Azure environments effectively.

What's included

6 videos8 readings4 assignments

6 videosTotal 27 minutes
  • Unsecured environments and ramifications6 minutes
  • Ideating potential issues and solutions4 minutes
  • Hear from an expert: Applying AI responsibly4 minutes
  • Summary: Toward system integration6 minutes
  • Course summary4 minutes
  • Congratulations on completing the course!4 minutes
8 readingsTotal 62 minutes
  • Real-world Azure deployment issues and remediations5 minutes
  • Real-world example library5 minutes
  • Discussion: Remediation strategies20 minutes
  • Explanation of unsecured environments10 minutes
  • Data security breach examples5 minutes
  • Discussion: Ideating potential issues2 minutes
  • Explanation of solutions5 minutes
  • Interactive resource guide: Tools and platforms for further learning10 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 170 minutes
  • Graded quiz: Toward system integration20 minutes
  • Peer-reviewed assignment: Drafting the technical report (AI graded)90 minutes
  • Practice activity: Analyzing a case study (essay assignment with AI feedback)30 minutes
  • Practice activity: Ideating potential issues30 minutes

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To be successful in this course, you should have intermediate programming knowledge of Python, plus experience with AI & ML infrastructure, core AI & ML algorithms and techniques, and the design and implementation of intelligent troubleshooting agents. Familiarity with statistics is also recommended.

You will need a license to Microsoft Azure (or a free trial version) and appropriate hardware. Note: the free trial version of Azure is time limited and may expire before completion of the program.

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